Eric Clower
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Hey Eric — similar-ish path into PE, though from the banking side (CS & Greenhill in London). been thinking a lot about proprietary origination in industrial lately. would be good to connect.
Hey Eric, we share a similar PE background — I came through banking at CS & Greenhill in London before moving into growth equity, different route than yours through aerospace and ops into building Achieve. origination was always the same story for me — clear thesis, decent relationships, but no proprietary system of record tying it together. every deal basically sourced from scratch, nothing compounding over time. curious if that's still how most funds operate or if I'm behind the times? — Russ
Hey Eric, looks like we share a similar PE background, though I was in London doing growth equity deals not in Tulsa building out an industrial portfolio like you. the pattern I keep seeing with most funds is weirdly consistent — strong thesis, solid network, but no proprietary system of record. the people, tools and ideas are never really connected. every deal virtually sourced from scratch, nothing compounds on itself. curious if that resonates or if you've built something different at Achieve? — Russ
hey Eric — no worries if the timing's off. most funds I talk to have tried some version of building origination in-house — analyst pulling from Pitchbook or Grata, maybe qualifying with ChatGPT, dumping it into a spreadsheet. each piece kind of works, but there's no system of record tying it together. the people, tools and ideas stay disconnected so there's tonnes of wasted energy. been helping a fund like Mentmore work through that in industrial verticals. curious if you've hit the same thing at Achieve? — Russ
totally get it if origination infrastructure isn't top of mind right now — especially with Fund I just getting going and Vantage Point settling in. the funds I've seen crack it early just tend to compound deal flow in a way that's hard to replicate later. if it ever moves up the list, I'm easy to find. — Russ
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## PROSPECT INFORMATION: Name: Eric Clower Title: Founding Partner Fund: Achieve Capital LLC Background: Eric Clower is the Founding Partner and President of Achieve Capital LLC, a private equity firm based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he focuses on venture capital, M&A, and building a "Family of Companies." He also serves as the President and CEO of Mattsco Supply Company, a distributor of pipe, valves, and fittings (PVF) for the oil and energy industry. His background is deeply rooted in aviation, aerospace, and defense; he spent a decade in the United States Air Force as a TSgt in the Machine Shop and held several leadership roles at NORDAM, including General Manager of the Transparency Division. He holds a Master of Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a BS in Manufacturing Technology from Southwestern College. Eric is also an active community leader, serving on the Board of Directors for The Parent Child Center of Tulsa and supporting the Tulsa Area United Way. Current Focus: - Expanding Achieve Capital’s portfolio, specifically through the "Achieve Industrial Fund I." - Driving growth and cultural change at Mattsco Supply Company. - Community advocacy for child abuse prevention and family support in Tulsa. - Highlighting the "Family of Companies" culture, which he describes as achieving results while having fun and "smoking a few cigars." Skills: Venture Capital, Private Equity, Executive Management, Strategic Advising, M&A, Aerospace/Defense manufacturing, and Board Leadership. Relevant Post Content: - August 1, 2025: Announced a new portfolio addition: "I would like to welcome the employees of Vantage Point ITAD into the Achieve Family! Vantage Point joins Achieve Industrial Fund I as our first acquisition in the Fund." - July 29, 2025: Celebrated a milestone for his private equity firm: "Excited to get our first Fund going! The team is already killing it!" - June 8, 2025: Reshared a post about Firehawk Aerospace opening a 3D-printed propellant factory in Oklahoma with the comment, "Welcome home!" - September 22, 2024: Endorsed his strategic advisor, Chris Havern: "If your business could use a solid strategic adviser, call Chris. I’m positive he’ll help you level up. He serves as Chairman of our largest investment and we could’t be happier with the performance!" - March 23, 2024: Shared an appreciative update regarding Mattsco: "A big thank you to all of our customers, employees and suppliers. Mattsco wouldn’t be what it is without all of you. The growth, the improvements, the culture changes are all thanks to you." - November 11, 2023: Reflected on his military background for Veterans Day: "Happy Veterans Day to all my brothers and sisters in arms." - November 7, 2023: Defined his LinkedIn presence: "I post about the businesses that Achieve Capital owns and those we do business with. Follow me for updates on our acquisition, start-up and venture capital activities." Fund details: - Description: Achieve Capital is a niche private equity firm focused on acquisitions and investments in small to medium sized growth-oriented companies in all industries. Founded in 2020 by Tom Ritchie and Eric Clower, with a combined 30+ years of M&A experience, - Website: https://achieve-capital.com - Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States - Lead qualification: Research: - Query: =Achieve Capital LLC Eric Clower recent investments fund thesis - Answer: Eric Clower is a principal at Achieve Capital, a private equity firm founded in 2020. Achieve Capital recently invested in Vantage Point ITAD in 2025. The firm focuses on growth-oriented companies in various industries.